Morris CountyVocational School District

Academy for Sports Medicine

The Academy for Sports Medicine provides students with a solid foundation in the growing fields of exercise science, fitness studies, physical therapy, athletic training, and injury prevention and treatment.

Academy Course of Study

9th Grade

Academy: Exercise Science

The objective of this freshman level course is to introduce students to the fields within the umbrella of exercise science, and to understand the common goals of professionals in the industry. Students will get an overview understanding of the major areas of academic study necessary for all career options.

Core Courses:

English 9*

Algebra I, Geometry* or Algebra II*

Biology*

Health and Physical Education 9

World History*

World Language

Financial Literacy

*Honors courses available and determined by placement testing upon acceptance to MCST

10th Grade

Academy: Exploration of the Lower Extremities

The objective of this course is to begin to advance the students level of knowledge regarding the structure and function of anatomy relevant to movement, how various professionals interact with these areas of the body, and some of the basic skills of those interactions. The “start to finish” approach of each body part will allow students to experience the realms of expertise of a variety of professions, in order to help determine what areas are of interest to them.

Core Courses:

English 10*

Geometry*, Algebra II* or Pre-Calculus*

Chemistry*

Health and Physical Education 10

US History I*

World Language

VPA Elective

*Honors courses available and determined by grades and teacher recommendation

11th Grade

Academy: Exploration of the Upper Extremities and Training for National Academy of Sports Medicine Personal Trainer Certification

The majority of Junior year studies focuses on training for the National Academy for Sports Medicine Personal Trainer Certification. This includes but is not limited to: Fitness Training, Fitness assessments, Program Design, Functional Anatomy, Exercise Technique, and Exercise Modalities. The year concludes with sitting for the NASM Certification Exam. During their junior year, students also continue their in-depth discovery of the body, focusing on the upper extremities. Through a hands-on approach, the joints will be deconstructed to a much more detailed look into the muscles and bones of the area, their structure and function, common injuries, emergency care, treatment and rehabilitation, wrapping and strapping techniques, return to play guidelines and strengthening techniques. Studies also include include concussion management, internal organ distress, and a focus on injury prevention through functional movement screening.

Core Courses:

English 11*

Algebra II*, Pre-Calculus*, AP Calculus

Physics*

Health and Physical Education 10

US History II*

World Language

Elective

*Honors courses available and determined by grades and teacher recommendation